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Former Oilers cornerback Greg Stemrick dies

Former Oilers cornerback Greg Stemrick, a starter for coach Bum Phillips during the Luv Ya Blue era, died of a heart attack Tuesday in his hometown of Cincinnati.

Stemrick, 64, played nine seasons (1975-82) in the NFL, including eight with the Oilers. He started in a secondary that included cornerback J.C. Wilson, free safety Mike Reinfeldt and strong safety Vernon Perry.

Funeral services are pending.